Titans outside linebacker Zach Brown (55) stops Steelers running back Isaac Redman (33) short of the goal line during the fourth quarter at Heinz Field Sunday in Pittsburgh, Pa.

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John Glennon
The Tennessean

It's been a long time since offenses had to worry - really worry - about a specific Titans defender.

Some might say that's been the case since 2009, when cornerback Cortland Finnegan was tying his career high with five interceptions. Others might go back to 2008, when defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth was crushing the pocket and totaling 8.5 sacks.

But as this young Titans defense begins to mature, at least two players - linebacker Zach Brown and defensive tackle Jurrell Casey - are showing signs of becoming consistent headaches for opposing offensive coordinators. ...